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It was our first time hiring a canal boat. I thought the staff guidance was excellent and the boat was presented in great condition. I would definitely use ABC Boat Hire again.
20 Apr 2026
Thank you for your fantastic review. We’re delighted to hear that your first canal boating experience was such a success and that our team’s guidance helped make you feel confident and well looked after from the start. It’s great to know the boat was presented in excellent condition and that you enjoyed a memorable weekend away with friends. The cruise from Anderton Marina to Lymm really is a lovely route, and we’re so pleased you found it enjoyable and relaxing. Thank you for choosing ABC Boat Hire, and for your kind recommendation — we’d be thrilled to welcome you back again for another great experience on the water. ABC Boat Hire
06 May 2026
we couldn't do the Avon Ring due to a lock closure, byt the boatyard notfied us promptly
19 Apr 2026
Thank you for your kind and thoughtful review. We’re really pleased to hear that you found the boat layout practical, well equipped, and with good storage, and that our team provided efficient and helpful service throughout. Thank you as well for your understanding regarding the Avon Ring. Unfortunately, lock closures are beyond our control, but we’re glad we were able to notify you promptly so you could adjust your plans with as little disruption as possible. We very much appreciate your feedback and are delighted to hear you’re likely to book again. We look forward to welcoming you back in the future for another enjoyable cruise on the water. ABC Boat Hire
06 May 2026
good boat layout and equipment, with pretty good storage efficient helpful service likely to book again
19 Apr 2026
Thank you for your kind and thoughtful review. We’re really pleased to hear that you found the boat layout practical, well equipped, and with good storage, and that our team provided efficient and helpful service throughout. Thank you as well for your understanding regarding the Avon Ring. Unfortunately, lock closures are beyond our control, but we’re glad we were able to notify you promptly so you could adjust your plans with as little disruption as possible. We very much appreciate your feedback and are delighted to hear you’re likely to book again. We look forward to welcoming you back in the future for another enjoyable cruise on the water. ABC Boat Hire
06 May 2026
As before - a good trip, well managed.
19 Apr 2026
Thank you for taking the time to share your experience with us. We’re delighted to hear that you enjoyed your spring holiday and that our team at Gayton helped you feel confident and well prepared from the outset. It’s wonderful to know that American Thrush’s facilities and bed configuration suited your needs, and that you found the return process smooth and straightforward. We also truly appreciate your kind words about the marina and your overall experience. Thank you as well for your constructive feedback. We’re sorry that the vacuum cleaner did not meet expectations, and we will be reviewing this to ensure improved equipment is available moving forward. In addition, the Marina Manager has addressed the housekeeping team to reinforce our cleanliness standards on every turnaround. We’re grateful you brought this to our attention. We look forward to seeing you return in the future. ABC Boat Hire
06 May 2026
Starting the holiday a really helpful admin team and yard crew. Everything was explained clearly and felt considered for what we needed. A confident start. Boat was excellent, linen and towels good and starter pack in kitchen. Bed configuration - previously discussed worked well for us. Return was straightforward - again admin easy,rubbish area was clear and available. Bill easily sorted for fuel. Couple of considerations - always happy to vacuum but cleaner inadequate so was not helpful to keep boat clean. We also found two nuts in kitchen area floor. Fine for us but customers with nut allergy would have been compromised. MArina well maintained site setting a professional image of company. Will book again using ABC boat's.
19 Apr 2026
Thank you for taking the time to share your experience with us. We’re delighted to hear that you enjoyed your spring holiday and that our team at Gayton helped you feel confident and well prepared from the outset. It’s wonderful to know that American Thrush’s facilities and bed configuration suited your needs, and that you found the return process smooth and straightforward. We also truly appreciate your kind words about the marina and your overall experience. Thank you as well for your constructive feedback. We’re sorry that the vacuum cleaner did not meet expectations, and we will be reviewing this to ensure improved equipment is available moving forward. In addition, the Marina Manager has addressed the housekeeping team to reinforce our cleanliness standards on every turnaround. We’re grateful you brought this to our attention. We look forward to seeing you return in the future. ABC Boat Hire
06 May 2026
The service was very good they were very helpful and knowledgeable I would recommend them and use again
18 Apr 2026
Thank you for you5 star review. We’re really pleased to hear that you found the service very good and that our team were helpful and knowledgeable throughout your experience. Your recommendation means a great deal to us, and we’re delighted to know you would use us again. We look forward to welcoming you back in the future for another enjoyable trip. ABC Boat Hire
06 May 2026
The boat was beautifully clean and well presented at the start. There was a cutting board missing and we found the bowls oddly sized - we bought a board and a bowl to see us through. The hand over at the end was slow as we were not told where to moor the boat on return and had to wait while another boat was serviced
18 Apr 2026
Thank you for your feedback. We’re pleased to hear you enjoyed the boat and the canals around Kings Orchard, and that you found Grass Wren clean and well presented. I have forwarded your comments regarding the chopping board to our housekeeper to ensure this is on board. We’re sorry that some of the kitchen inventory did not fully meet your expectations. We do apologise for any confusion and delay experienced during the return handover, as well as the mooring instructions, which should have been clearly explained in advance. We appreciate your balanced feedback and are glad you still had a good experience overall. ABC Boat Hire
06 May 2026
We thought the service we received was very good they were helpful and very knowledgeable would recommend and use again
18 Apr 2026
Thank you for you5 star review. We’re really pleased to hear that you found the service very good and that our team were helpful and knowledgeable throughout your experience. Your recommendation means a great deal to us, and we’re delighted to know you would use us again. We look forward to welcoming you back in the future for another enjoyable trip. ABC Boat Hire
06 May 2026
Seven of us had a perfectly relaxing week on the Trent and Mersey and Shropshire Union canals. In April the canals were very quiet with no waiting at locks etc.
18 Apr 2026
Thank you so much for your excellent review and for choosing ABC again for your holiday. We’re delighted to hear that both of your booking experiences were straightforward, competitively priced, and that you were able to take advantage of our early booking and loyalty discounts. It’s great to know that the marina teams were helpful, the boats were well prepared and well equipped, and that the pick‑up and return processes were smooth and efficient. We’re also pleased that the secure parking at each base added to the ease of your trip. A relaxing week cruising the Trent & Mersey and Shropshire Union canals sounds ideal, and April really can be a wonderful time to travel with quieter waterways and minimal waiting at locks. We’re so glad that all seven of you enjoyed such a peaceful and enjoyable holiday. Thank you for your continued support and kind recommendation. We look forward to welcoming you back again in the future for another great boating experience. ABC Boat Hire
06 May 2026
As the previous report. Good boat, clean but some items missing or inadequate. Hand over at end slow as not told where to moor before we set off.
18 Apr 2026
Thank you for your feedback. We’re pleased to hear you enjoyed the boat and the canals around Kings Orchard, and that you found Grass Wren clean and well presented. I have forwarded your comments regarding the chopping board to our housekeeper to ensure this is on board. We’re sorry that some of the kitchen inventory did not fully meet your expectations. We do apologise for any confusion and delay experienced during the return handover, as well as the mooring instructions, which should have been clearly explained in advance. We appreciate your balanced feedback and are glad you still had a good experience overall. ABC Boat Hire
06 May 2026
This was the second time of booking a hire boat with ABC, each time was simple, competitively priced with good early booking and loyalty discounts. Staff at the marinas were helpful and the boats well prepared and equipped. Pick up and return processes were simple and efficient. Secure parking facilities were provided at each base. We will definitely be hiring again in the future.
18 Apr 2026
Thank you so much for your excellent review and for choosing ABC again for your holiday. We’re delighted to hear that both of your booking experiences were straightforward, competitively priced, and that you were able to take advantage of our early booking and loyalty discounts. It’s great to know that the marina teams were helpful, the boats were well prepared and well equipped, and that the pick‑up and return processes were smooth and efficient. We’re also pleased that the secure parking at each base added to the ease of your trip. A relaxing week cruising the Trent & Mersey and Shropshire Union canals sounds ideal, and April really can be a wonderful time to travel with quieter waterways and minimal waiting at locks. We’re so glad that all seven of you enjoyed such a peaceful and enjoyable holiday. Thank you for your continued support and kind recommendation. We look forward to welcoming you back again in the future for another great boating experience. ABC Boat Hire
06 May 2026
We loved cruising the canal and look forward to doing it again in another part of the UK.
17 Apr 2026
Thank you so much for your lovely review. We’re delighted to hear that you had such a fabulous time cruising the Union Canal and that your 4‑day holiday was so enjoyable. It’s wonderful to know that the friendly and professional support from staff along the way helped make the experience even better. We’re really pleased you loved the relaxed pace of canal cruising, and it’s great to hear that it’s inspired you to explore another part of the UK by boat in the future. Thank you for choosing ABC, and we very much look forward to welcoming you back on board for another fun and memorable holiday on the water. ABC Boat Hire
06 May 2026
Fabulous! We cruised on the Union Canal for 4 days and it was wonderful. The staff along the way were friendly and professional and made our holiday really enjoyable.
17 Apr 2026
Thank you so much for your lovely review. We’re delighted to hear that you had such a fabulous time cruising the Union Canal and that your 4‑day holiday was so enjoyable. It’s wonderful to know that the friendly and professional support from staff along the way helped make the experience even better. We’re really pleased you loved the relaxed pace of canal cruising, and it’s great to hear that it’s inspired you to explore another part of the UK by boat in the future. Thank you for choosing ABC, and we very much look forward to welcoming you back on board for another fun and memorable holiday on the water. ABC Boat Hire
06 May 2026
Excellent service very well equipped and clean
17 Apr 2026
Thank you for your lovely feedback. We’re delighted to hear that you found the service excellent and the boat very well equipped and spotlessly clean. It’s great to know you enjoyed the beautiful scenery and had such a great overall experience. Thank you for choosing ABC, and we hope to welcome you back again soon for another enjoyable trip on the water. ABC Boat Hire
06 May 2026
We had trouble with getting the movement team for the Forth and Clyde to answer their phone and it delayed our trip by a day.
17 Apr 2026
Thank you for taking the time to share your detailed feedback. We’re delighted to hear you had a memorable two weeks exploring the Union and Forth & Clyde Canals, and that you enjoyed your time aboard Lochan Ora—it’s great to know it felt like a home away from home. We’re also pleased our team were helpful and responsive to your questions throughout your trip. That said, we’re very sorry to hear about the difficulties you experienced with communication regarding the locks on the Forth & Clyde Canal, and the delay this caused. We understand how frustrating this must have been, especially when it affected your itinerary, and we’ll ensure your comments are passed on to the relevant teams so this can be reviewed and improved. Thank you again for your honest feedback and your kind words about ABC Boat Hire. We’re glad it didn’t overshadow your overall experience, and we’d be very happy to welcome you back for a future holiday on the waterways. ABC Boat Hire
06 May 2026
